Many pastors realize the necessity of their ministry of counseling. But begin a “counseling ministry” at their church? Why would a church consider starting a counseling ministry? Well, now there is a conference designed not only to answer the “whys” but also the “hows”. Faith Biblical Counseling Ministries is hosting this conference in May (2nd … Continue reading »
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A New Year, A New Pastor: Meet Kirk Barger; pt.2 of 4
Yesterday I began a 4 part series of an interview with Kirk Barger, our new Senior Pastor at Calvary Baptist Church. The interview began with a few questions about his personal interests, hobbies and the like. Today delves into Pastor Kirk’s passion for biblical counseling. I am personally excited for the opportunity to serve with … Continue reading »
Marvelous Light by Charlie Hall
I was introduced to this worship song at the Real Man conference held at Faith Baptist Church, Lafayette, IN this past weekend. Not only did I appreciate all of the worship being led by Titus Justus, but this song just has a wonderful message that I think is so true. I have posted a youtube … Continue reading »
Biblical Counseling Coalition Summit – a report
If you are passionate about biblical counseling at all (and I hope you are!) then this report from a recent gathering of “movers and shakers” within the biblical counseling movement should encourage you. Dr Bob Kellemen summarizes the activities of the nearly 40 biblical counseling movement leaders that took place in Chicago on May 3rd … Continue reading »
How to Change Your Wife by Faith – James MacDonald
On the week of February 7-12, 2010 I attended the Biblical Counseling Training Conference at Faith Baptist Church in Lafayette, IN. While there I was browsing the displays and picked up several copies of a two-faced (…will explain that later) booklet entitled, “How to Change Your Wife by Faith“. What I mean by two-faced is … Continue reading »
The BCTC: Track 5: First full day
This morning found me scrambling…to get a cup of joe. I thought I would try Starbucks here in Lafayette but the line wrapped around the building and didn’t move for the several minutes I was in it. I was cutting it close to being late to my first session of the day, so I drove … Continue reading »
Blogging the Biblical Counseling Training Conference: Track 5
I arrived in Lafayette, IN this afternoon fired up and ready for the Biblical Counseling Training Conference. This year I am taking Track 5, which is a prep track for those interested in completing NANC certification. After a worshipful opening session which included a powerful testimony by Marsha, a young lady in the Vision of … Continue reading »
God’s Healing for Life’s Losses by Dr.Bob Kellemen; 30% off pre-orders
You’re tired of quick quips (“Just trust God”) and false hopes (“Time heals all wounds”). You’re ready for real and raw, honest and hopeful conversation about suffering, loss, and grief—from a Christian perspective. You’re longing for real answers, for real people, with real struggles. You’ve come to the right place. When life’s losses invade your … Continue reading »
Biblical Counseling Training Counseling: Counsel With Confidence and Compassion
February 7-12 you’ll find me and over 1300 other people passionate about biblical counseling at Faith Baptist Church in Lafayette, IN. This year’s theme is Counseling with Confidence and Compassion. This year I will be taking Track 5. If you are planning on attending, drop me a line! You can follow Faith’s tweets about the … Continue reading »
Dr. Robert Kellemen
If you are a consistent reader of this blog, then you know that I have been, as the Lord allows, working through Dr. Kellemen’s excellent resource: Soul Physicians – A Theology of Soul Care and Spiritual Direction. I thought I would take this post and re-introduce you to Dr. Kellemen. I’ve sat under some of … Continue reading »
